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Spotlight
On Government
Spotlight
on Tampa Bay and Spotlight
on Government videos are productions of Tampa Bay Community Network.
The
following people have a continuing impact on these programs and we thank them:
John
Casimiro: Producer & Technical Director
Bill Hodges: Host and Executive Producer
Phyllis Hodges: Camera and Floor Director
Pam Garron: Outreach Coordinator
Louise Thompson: Station Manager
To view these videos,
just click on the picture or the title.
Bill
Hodges Interviews Rep. Kriseman and McKeel About Chinese Drywall Legislation
State
Representatives Kriseman and McKeel who sponsored a bi-partisan bill concerning
this building material discuss with Bill Hodges the problems associated with
homes containing Chinese Drywall. If you are curious about the history of this
very serious problem or the remedies now available to those owning such
properties this is an excellent chance to learn more. They even tell how to see
if your home is one containing this highly dangerous substance.To
start this video, click on the picture, the title or here.
Bill
Hodges Interviews Major Gerald Honeywell, Commander Tampa Police Department,
District 3
Tampa Police District 3 Commander, Major
Gerald Honeywell was interviewed on Bill Hodges, TBCN show Spotlight on
Government. Major Honeywell discusses the youth programs he has put into place
and the opportunities for community involvement for those who would like to be a
mentor. If you care about kids and want to make a difference you will find this
show informative.This
program taped 4-26-10 To
start this video, click on the picture, the title or here.
Bill
Hodges Interviews David Armaijo, CEO Hillsborough Area Rapid Transit
David
J Armijo, CEO of the Hillsborough Area Rapid Transit Authority is interview by
Bill Hodges on his TBCN show Spotlight On Government. Tune it see where we are
and where we are going in the transit area. You will find this very
informative. This
program taped 4-26-10 To
start this video, click on the picture, the title or here.
Bill
Hodges Interviews Phil Compton, Sierra Club of Fl. Field Rep
Bill
Hodges Interviews Mark Sharpe Hillsborough County Commissioner
Bill
Hodges Interviews Fl. St. Rep Kevin Ambler
Bill
Hodges interviews FL ST Rep Kevin Ambler. During the interview he expresses
numerous ideas on how Florida can grow and prosper not only at a state but local
level. We think you will find the interview interesting and informative. This
program taped 2-5-10.
To
start this video, click on the picture, the title or here.
Bill
Hodges Spotlights Congressman Adam Putnam
Congressman
Adam Putnam represents Florida’s 12th district in the U.S. House of
Representatives. He shares his view of the current state of affairs in
Washington and discusses his plan to leave the U.S. House of Representatives at
the end of his current term this year. Putnam is a fifth generation Floridian
who grew up working on the family farm; he is now a candidate for Florida
Commissioner of Agriculture. This
program taped 1-25-10. To
start this video, click on the picture, the title or here.
Bill
Hodges Spotlights Hillsborough County Florida Superintendent of Elections Dr.
Earl Lennard
Dr.
Earl Lennard had a distinguished career in education, most recently as
superintendent of the Hillsborough County Public School System, the tenth
largest school system in the world. His commitment to public service pulled him
out of retirement to become Hillsborough County's new supervisor of elections.
Dr. Lennard is endeavoring to restore public confidence after several years of
agency turmoil under previous leadership. You will find his comments
interesting. This program taped 1-10-10. To
start this video, click on the picture, title or here.
Bill
Hodges Spotlights State Representative Betty Reed
Representative
Reed is a knowledgeable public servant who cares deeply about her constituents.
During the interview we talk about many subjects vital to the well-being of the
people in the state of Florida. For those wishing to stay up to speed on the
workings and future plans of the legislature, this is a must -watch program.
This program taped 1-10-10. To
start this video, click on the picture, title or here.
Bill
Hodges Spotlights Tampa City Councilwoman Mary Mulhern
Mary Mulhern, Tampa
City Councilwoman is interviewed by Bill Hodges on Spotlight
On Government. Councilwoman Mulhern discusses the recent budget crunch that
presented transportation challenges and prevented city worker wage increases,
mortgage foreclosure assistance, and a variety of city programs for energy
conservation. This program was taped 12-7-09. To
start this video, click on the picture, title or here.
Bill
Hodges Spotlights Florida State Representative Rick Kriseman
Rick Kriseman, Florida
State Representative from District 53, talks will Bill Hodges on his TV show Spotlight
On Government. Among other environmental topics, they have an in-depth
discussion about the problems with drilling for oil in Florida waters and the
struggle by pro drilling forces to split the state voters along east and west
coast lines, plus other tactics. This program is an eye opener for all those who
care about our beaches and preserving our environment for future generations.
Even if you are a “Drill Baby Drill” proponent, you will find this
information interesting. Taped December 2009. To
start this video, click on the picture, title or here.
Bill
Hodges Spotlights Tampa City Councilwoman Linda Saul-Sena
Linda
Saul-Sena, 18-year veteran of the Tampa City council, is interviewed about
current events affecting the city of Tampa. Councilwoman Saul-Sena, with many
years of experience, has numerous interesting perspectives on Tampa today and
Tampa in the future. Taped November 2009. To
start this video, click on the picture, title or here.
Bill
Hodges Spotlights Tampa City Councilman John Dingfelder
John Dingfelder, Tampa City Councilman is interviewed by Bill Hodges on his television show Spotlight On Government. Tune
in to hear the councilman's ideas on the direction Tampa will be taking in the next few years. Taped November 2009.
To
start this video, click on the picture, the title of here.
Bill
Hodges Spotlights Frank Strom, Manager of Hillsborough County Veterans
Affairs
Frank
Strom, Veterans Affairs Manager for Hillsborough County Florida is interviewed
by Bill Hodges on his program Spotlight on Government. This is an important
program for veterans and their spouses. All men and women who have served the
United States Of American in uniform should watch. To
start this video, click on the picture, the title of here.
Bill
Hodges Spotlights Florida State Senator Victor Crist – September 4, 2009
Senator Crist is one
of the longest sitting state legislators and has a dynamic leadership quality
that will be missed when his current term is completed because of term limits.
Viewing this video allows you to meet this veteran legislator and hear his ideas
for building a bright new future. To
start the video, click on the picture, the title or here.
Bill
Hodges Spotlights Major Ron Hartley and Sergeant Joe Burt of the Hillsborough
County Sheriff’s Department, District 4 – September 4, 2009
Major Hartley is the
new commander of District 4 (south Hillsborough County), and many will recognize
Sgt. Burt as being the first community resource deputy assigned to Sun City
Center. To start
the video, click on the picture, the title or here.
Bill Hodges
Spotlights Hillsborough County Code Enforcement Department with Jim Blinck, Mgr.
of Operations – August 2009
Code enforcement in the state of Florida is a very difficult task due to
the patchwork of regulations enacted by the State Legislature. Our code
enforcement officers are faced with Herculean obstacles every day. By watching
this program, you will have a much better idea of what can and cannot be done to
keep our neighborhoods clean and safe. To
see this video please click on the picture, the title or here.
Bill
Hodges Spotlights Tampa City Councilman Charlie Miranda - August 2009
Charlie
Miranda, Tampa City Councilman, is interviewed by Bill Hodges on his television
show Spotlight On Government. Tune in
to hear the councilman's ideas on the direction Tampa will be taking in the next
few years.
To see
this video please click on the picture, the title or here.
Bill
Hodges Spotlights Seth McKeel Florida House of Representatives member from
District 63–-
July 2009
Seth McKeel is a
member of the Florida House of Representatives and represents the people of the
Florida District 63. In this interview with Bill Hodges, he discusses the
successes and failures of the spring 2009 legislative session. To
see this video please click on the picture, the title or here.
Bill
Hodges Spotlights Tampa City Councilman Joseph Caetano - July
2009
You will be interested to hear councilman Caetano’s comments on the current direction of Tampa
City
Government and the challenges that the Tampa area faces for the immediate and
long term future. To
see this video please click on the title or here.
Bill
Hodges Spotlights The Hillsborough County Solid Waste Management Department -
May 2009
Bill
Hodges spotlights and interviews Ernie Mayes, Waste Reduction Specialist from
the Hillsborough County Solid Waste Management Department. Mister Hayes
discusses numerous issues concerning the flow of waste from our homes to our
landfills, along with suggestions for recycling materials and protecting our
environment from hazardous wastes. To
see this video click on the picture or the title.
Bill
Hodges Spotlights Phyllis Busansky, Hillsborough County Elections Supervisor -
April 2009
Phyllis
Busansky was interviewed by Bill Hodges on TBCN, where she discussed her
aspirations for the Hillsborough County Supervisor of Elections Office. Mrs.
Busansky passed away on June 23, 2009. As you watch this program, you will hear
in her own words what she wanted for the Elections Office. We hope that you will
see how much she loved life and the mission she had chosen. To
see this video please click on the picture or the title.
Bill
Hodges Spotlights Tampa City Councilman Tom Scott - April 2009
Bill Hodges spotlights
and interviews Tom Scott, who is past member of the Hillsborough BOCC and is now
a Tampa City Councilman. Tom brings to the Tampa Council the same enthusiasm
that he brought to the BOCC. During the interview he gives us some idea as to
what he has brought to the position and also what he hopes to accomplish in the
short and long term. To
see this video please click on the picture or the title.
Bill
Hodges Spotlights Florida State Rep Michael Scionti
In
this interview with Florida State Representative Michael Scionti, he is asked
about his legislative goals and also about his recent military service in Iraq.
Representative Scionti is not only an elected official and a lawyer but also an
military officer. keywords: Florida State House of Representative, William
Hodges, Hodges Seminars International, Tampa Bay Community Network, Spotlight on
Government, Spotlight on Tampa Bay, Legislative district 58, Sun City Center
To see
this video please click on the picture or the title.
Bill
Hodges Spotlights on TBCN Tampa Police Asst. Chief Jane Castor
Bill Hodges spotlights Assistant Chief Jane Castor of the Tampa Police
Department. In this interview, Chief Castor talks about her role in the command
structure of the TPD and security measures, both for the recent Super Bowl and
against terrorist threats. key Words: Hodges Seminars International, Tampa,
Super Bowl, Sun City Center, Tampa Bay Community Network, TBCN, Tampa Bay
Community Network, Public television, women in law enforcement, To
see this video please click on the picture or the title.
Bill
Hodges Spotlights on TBCN the Hillsborough Consumer Protection Office
Bill
Hodges spotlights the Hillsborough County Florida Consumer Protection Office. In
this interview, Chief Investigator Kevin Jackson outlines a number of scams and
ways to avoid being taken in by unscrupulous contractors and numerous con games.
One of the ideas he presents could prevent thousands of dollars in losses and,
more importantly, possibly being warned of the danger could save you from
physical injury. To
see this video please click on the picture or the title.
Bill
Hodges Spotlights on TBCN the Hillsborough Cty Neighborhood Relations Off.
Bill Hodges Spotlights the operations of the Hillsborough
County Florida Neighborhood Relations Office. During an interview with Bryant
Johnson, the Executive Manager of this agency, Mr. Johnson outlines ways in
which the county provides support to neighborhoods and information to county
residents. If you are looking for any Hillsborough County Florida phone numbers
or are unsure which agencies to contact for various problems, this is a must
watch program. To
see this video please click on the picture or the title.
Bill
Hodges Spotlights on TBCN the Hillsborough Community College w/ Dr. Allen Witt
Dr. Allen Witt, Dean of Academy Affairs,
Hillsborough Community College, South Shore Campus, is interviewed on the Tampa
Bay Community Network (TBCN) about the rapid growth of this new school, along
with the very innovative approach to partnering with Leonard high school to
provide free college classes to talented high school students. This is a must
watch for all Hillsborough County Florida parents who are interested in cutting
college costs. Taped January 2009
To
see this video please click on the picture or the title.
Spotlight
On the Florida Media Coalition
Bill
Hodges interviews Florida Media Coalition Statewide Organizer Mark Hart about
the status of Community Access
channels across the state. Mark explains the need
for both Florida and federal legislative changes that will benefit government,
educational and public access stations.
This program is recorded as a public
service by the Tampa Bay Community Network (TBCN) located in Tampa, Florida.
To see this video
please click on the picture or the title.

Spotlight
On Hillsborough BOCC Member Kevin Beckner
Bill
Hodges spotlights and interviews Kevin Beckner, who was elected to the Board of
County Commissioners in November 2008. You will find his enthusiasm for his new
role in Hillsborough County government infectious. During the interview he gives
us some idea as to what he will bring to the position and also what he hopes to
accomplish in the short and long term. Taped December 2008.
To see this video please click on the picture or the
title.

Spotlight
On Florida State Senator Arthenia Joyner
Bill Hodges spotlights and interviews Arthenia Joyner, Senator for the
Florida 18th Senate District. This interview was conducted just after
the November 2008 elections and gives us a leading Democrat’s view of the
election results as they pertain to national issues but, more importantly, what
Florida residents can expect. Taped November
2008.
To see this video please click on the picture or the title.

Spotlight
on Florida State Representative Richard Glorioso
Bill
Hodges spotlights and interviews Rich Glorioso, Representative from Florida
House District 62. This interview was conducted just after the November 2008
elections and gives us a leading Republican’s view of the election results as
they pertain to national issues but, more importantly, what we can expect here
in Florida. Taped November 2008.
To see this video please click on the picture
or the title.
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